It’s funny how this keeps happening.
Patel, a longtime Trump ally and key figure in the former president’s administration, is no stranger to controversy or high-stakes battles. On Tuesday, his already dramatic appointment took another twist when sources revealed Patel was the target of what appears to be a cyberattack emanating from Iran. This development underscores the contentious and high-stakes nature of his impending role.
Patel has a storied history with the Trump administration, particularly in exposing the flaws in the Russia collusion narrative that marred Trump’s first term. Known for his meticulous approach, Patel played a pivotal role in dismantling the foundations of the first impeachment against Trump, exposing critical missteps by the opposition. Now, as he steps into the FBI Director role, his supporters believe he brings an urgent mandate to reform a bureau that has faced accusations of partisanship, wasteful spending, and weaponized prosecutions.
The cyberattack’s timing could be seen as symbolic, given Patel’s role in spearheading efforts against the Iranian regime during his previous tenure. As Alex Pfeiffer, a spokesman for Trump’s transition team, stated, Patel’s leadership is expected to bolster America’s defenses against adversaries, including rogue state actors like Iran.
Meanwhile, the media landscape provided its own comic relief when Newsweek fell victim to a parody account posing as Patel’s father. The satirical post claimed Biden pardoned Hunter Biden out of fear of Patel’s forthcoming role as FBI Director. The fake account, hilariously titled “Dr. Parik Patel, BA, CFA, ACCA Esq.,” is known for its sardonic commentary, and its self-description—“Parody. Not Investment Advice”—hardly screams legitimacy. Newsweek’s gaffe, though swiftly corrected, became a viral moment, showcasing the risks of hasty reporting in the digital age.
Hahaha Newsweek quoted a parody account pretending to be Kash Patel’s father and then were forced to issue a correction 😂 pic.twitter.com/20hl6Ai5q8
— Libs of TikTok (@libsoftiktok) December 3, 2024
Newsweek duped by parody account claiming to be Kash Patel’s dadhttps://t.co/oqGHNHlMSa
— Jack Poso 🇺🇸 (@JackPosobiec) December 4, 2024
